2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
